How to Choose the Right Nebuliser

Monday, 17 December 2018 4:21:51 pm Australia/Melbourne

When looking for a nebuliser for sale, there are specific things that you should consider to ensure you get a perfect fit for your needs; including its features, design, medication delivery system, the speed of medication delivery and noise level.

Nebulisers offer the easiest way for asthma patients to get the respiratory drug in. In fact, simplicity and convenience is what sets them apart from other devices, which can be either smaller or more complex.

However, the market offers a range of nebulisers for sale, each offering different drug delivery efficiencies, convenience, features, design among other differences. This makes can make it challenging for you, especially if you are just getting started – or are looking to switch options.

To help you make an informed decision, here are some tips on how to choose the right nebuliser for you:

Size: adult or paediatric model?

Paediatric nebulisers not only deliver breathing medication fast and efficiently but also make the experience of using the device less stressing for children. Most of these nebulisers come in fun patterns and shape – like bright colours or friendly animal – that the child can interact with while getting their medications. Adult nebulisers, on the other hand, have a more standard appearance and may have specific features that differentiate one from another. The size you choose will depend on who’s going to use the device.

Design: handheld or tabletop device

You want a design that’s convenient for you, based on how you want to use it. Some nebulisers feature compressors that are small enough to fit in your hand, while others weigh several pounds and will need to be placed on a table. The best idea would be to consider whether you’ll be using the system primarily at home, or if you’ll want to use it outdoors too. If you have severe asthma, then portable models are your best shot.

Medication delivery: vibrating mesh, ultrasonic wave or atomiser

Nebulisers differ in how they deliver medication. Atomisers provide medication by use of a compressor (where the compressor delivers a jet of air into the liquid medicine, producing a breathable mist). Ultrasonic models use high-frequency vibrations for cool mist production. Vibrating mesh system forces liquid through several thousand laser-drilled holes in a mesh to vaporise medication. The mesh prevents medication waste, making delivery more efficient – the same cannot be said for atomiser models.

The speed of medication delivery

The rate of delivery is critical – especially when you are under an attack. The delivery capacity of nebulisers can range from 4 to 8 litres per. Note that you can also improve speed by ensuring that the filter of your device is always clean.

Noise level

The nebulisers noise level is also another critical aspect to consider, especially if you are a discreet person and don’t want to bring unnecessary attention to yourself. It is also vital if you are planning to use the device at night and don’t want to disturb other people sleeping near you. For your comfort and peace of mind, you might want to include the noise level of the nebuliser amongst other considerations you’ll be making as you select the right nebuliser for you.